IEU Speaks on the need for nationwide laws to combat online harassment

New protections against tech-based harassment of female students and school staff must be replicated nationwide

Protecting students and school staff from gendered violence and online abuse requires a whole-of-community response.

The introduction of laws in NSW criminalising the production and distribution of sexually explicit deepfakes is an important step towards creating safer schools and safer communities.

All state and territory governments must urgently review relevant legislation to ensure that protections similar to those proposed in NSW are in place.

Every woman teacher and student in the nation, regardless of school, sector or location, deserves to be safe at school and free from online abuse.